Trail Running calendar near Bellingham 2026-2027

Follow Wainwrights famous coast to coast route on this 55km ultra through the North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales. Experience a self sufficient journey from Kirkby Stephen to the historic Richmond Castle.

Experience an 80km ultra marathon following Wainwright’s iconic coast to coast route through the North York Moors National Park. This adventurous self-sufficient journey finishes at the stunning Robin Hood’s Bay.

Explore the scenic forest tracks of Whinlatter Top with 9 km or 12 km trail runs. This chip timed event offers wide runnable paths and is open to runners with or without dogs.

Enjoy a flexible 7 hour time challenge along the River Wear with distances ranging from 3km to ultra marathon. This inclusive trail run features a scenic lap course, comprehensive aid stations, and commemorative themed medals.

The annual Round the Grounds returns to the trail paths of Heriot-Watt University's campus. Choose from a 5k race or a Kids Fun Run, with both offering a scenic multi-terrain experience. It's a popular end-of-semester event with entry avail..

Experience a 8.3 km fell race through the North York Moors starting from Commondale Village Hall. This event features 220 meters of ascent and offers team categories for both men and women.

Embark on a 109 mile trekking adventure along the scenic Cleveland Way with options for single or multi day challenges. Choose your level of self sufficiency and enjoy supported camping as you journey from Helmsley to Filey Beach.

Join a meaningful trail run or walk at Guisborough Rugby Club to support Teesside Samaritans. Choose between 10km and 21km routes along the official Samaritans Way while contributing to vital emotional support services.

Experience a scenic 10 km trail race across the North Yorkshire Moors starting from the Yorkshire Cycle Hub. This event supports mental health awareness and features a well marked circular route with 1100 feet of ascent.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.

Experience a 10 km multi-terrain race through undulating roads and Setmurthy Woods starting from Cockermouth School. All finishers receive an Easter Egg and can enjoy professional chip timing on this scenic course.

Experience a 10km multi-terrain race through the scenic tracks and fields of Helmsley. This established event features an undulating course and supports local community causes with a sustainable finisher prize.

A ticketed running event in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh on 5 April 2026 offering 5 km, 10 km and a half marathon, with all distances held at the park on the same day.

Experience an evening fell race in Ambleside featuring 6.4 km of flagged trails and 330 metres of ascent. This scenic out and back route climbs from Rothay Park to the Loughrigg summit for a classic Lake District running experience.

Experience trail running through the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Global Geopark with eco friendly events starting from the historic market town of Stanhope.

Join this 26 mile fundraiser for the North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team. Walk or run an anti clockwise loop through the North Pennines including peat bogs and scenic high points like Kilhope Law.

Experience a scenic trail race through the historic Fountains Abbey and Studley Water gardens near Ripon. Choose between a Half Marathon, 20 mile, or 35 mile ultra distance following the beautiful Ripon Rowel route.

Experience a scenic 7.4 mile trail run along the Cleveland Way and the cliffs of the North East coast. Starting in Skinningrove, this event features coastal views and is open to both runners and walkers.

Experience the landscape of the Lake District with trail races of 23 km and 53 km starting from Keswick. These chip timed events include themed medals and routes passing Derwent Water and Scafell Pike.

Test your endurance at West Benridge Farm in this official Backyard Ultra event. Complete a 6.7 km loop every hour on a flat trail course until only one runner remains standing.